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Rebecca L Odom-Bartel

  • Assistant Professor of Computer Science Education,Lead for of Content and Research, Center for Computing Education and Instruction,Courtesy Faculty Appointment, Education and Counseling, School of
20072026

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Personal profile

Research interests

Center around advancing computer science education through teacher preparation, curriculum development, and equitable access for underrepresented populations in CS education that spans K-12 and higher education contexts. Key areas include: Teacher Preparation Pathways in Computer Science; Equity and Inclusion in Computer Science Education; Computational Thinking in K-12 Classrooms; Impact of AI and Emerging Technologies in Education; Building Sustainable CS Education Ecosystems

Teaching interests

Focus on Computer Science Education across both K-12 and higher education and building sustainable pathways for computer science education. Preparing future teachers to integrate computer science into their classrooms through methods courses, curriculum development, and teacher certification pathways. Key areas include: CS Methods and Instructional Technology; Pathways for Teacher Certification; Inclusive and Equitable CS Curriculum; Practical Computing Skills for Non-Majors

Education/Academic qualification

Educational Leadership, Ph.D., The University of Alabama

… → 2014

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  2. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years

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